Celebrate I-Day 'dabake': J&K police

The Additional General of Police, J&K appealed people to celebrate first Independence Day after the bifurcation of the state with vigour and fervour

Srinagar:Jammu and Kashmir Additional General of Police (Law and Order) Munir Khan on Wednesday appealed to the people to celebrate first Independence Day after the bifurcation of the state 'dabake' (with vigour and fervour).

"Everything is in place in J&K. All arrangements have been made. Celebrate August 15, 'dabake'," he said.

Khan said that situations are normal across the state and the restrictions are not imposed or lifted in a generalised manner, but the decision on the same was being taken after accessing the prevailing situation by the district authorities.

"Our main focus is on August 15. All preparations are in place to ensure peaceful celebration throughout the state," Khan said.

The government has relaxed prohibitory orders in 'large areas' of the state including Srinagar till now.